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Papallacta
Papallacta is a small village in Napo Province, Ecuador located at an altitude of 3,300 m in the Andes just off the Eastern Cordilleras on the road fromQuito which leads into the Amazon jungle. The scenic drive from Quito to Papallacta passes through several towns and small villages before ascending to a peak of over 4,000 m where views of mountains and glaciers are visible. Descending from the peak to Papallacta, one passes through the portal where the ecosystems transform from alpine to tropical jungle.
The village of Papallacta itself is not known as a tourist destination but houses several hot springs and spas. Many of the local restaurants are known for their steamed trout and a hearty meal can be had for just a few dollars. For lodging, there are several tourist hotels and a resort.
Les eaux thermales
La Province du Napo a beaucoup plus à offrir que la Jungle Amazonienne, et les eaux thermales à Papallacta est une attraction que vous adorerez. Se relaxe dans une eau volcanique chaude, qui surgit des profondeurs de la terre, à une altitude de 3.300 mètres, c’est vraiment quelque chose d’exceptionnel. Vous pouvez choisir d’aller dans les bains publiques dans le village de Papallacta, ou d’aller dans les SPAs situés à 1.5km du village. Là, vous pourrez profiter des belles installations, des traitements ou massages et même déguster une excellente...
